Landfill Vs Incineration

Question 1

Landfill advantages

Answer 1

Facilities are properly sited with necessary controls

Different types of waste accepted and ordered

Question 2

Landfill disadvantages

Answer 2

Unsightly
Often opposed to by neighbouring residents

Potential leaching of chemicals which threatens groundwater supply
Decaying matter produces methane al
Takes up a lot of space
High transportation costs

Question 3

Incineration advantages

Answer 3

Can reduce volume of waste needing disposal by 90%
Can inactivate disease agents
Can reduce toxicity of waste
Can be used to produce energy

Question 4

Incinerator disadvantages

Answer 4

Expensive 
Not all waste is combustible 
Poses challenges of air pollution
Capacity limitations 
Unpopular with local residents